Nominating Committee Election OPENS!

Nominating Committee Election OPENS!
Pursuant to the Commission’s Bylaws, ACCSC will be conducting an electronic election from October
11, 2012 through October 26, 2012 to fill one (1) vacant seat on the Nominating Committee. The
Nominating Committee is charged with assisting the Commission in identifying potential candidates
to fill any vacancy on the board.
This year the Nominating Committee has one (1) vacant seat with a two-year term ending June 30,
2014. Based upon their desire to serve and affiliation with an ACCSC-accredited institution, the
Commission is putting forth the following nominees for election by the membership to the
Nominating Committee:
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Nancy Bradley - Resume
Alfred Parcells. - Resume
Vanessa Richmond - Resume
Election Instructions
On October 11th, each ACCSC-accredited member institution will receive an email from ACCSC with
a website link and login instructions to cast their vote. Each ACCSC-accredited member
institution is entitled to one vote. The candidate receiving the highest number of votes will be
considered elected to fill the vacant seat on the Nominating Committee.
Please read the instructions closely to ensure that your ballots are counted. If you have any
questions regarding the election or if you did not receive an electronic ballot, please contact Holly
Miller at 703.247.4524 or via email at hmiller@accsc.org.
Thank you,
ACCSC
ACCS
2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302
Arlington, Virginia 22201
703.247.4212
703 247 4533 fax
Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
www.accsc.org
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
ACCSC NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Nominee Information
Name
(
Title
Wn
Institution
Address
A
City, State, Zip
Phone
E-Mail
-V
Corporation Name
Y
I am a (check all that apply]:
Appeals Panel member
^ Manager/Executive of an ACCSC-accredited School
Team Leader
Former ACCSC Commissioner
ACCSC Committee Member
Other - Please specify
I attest that I have no affiliation with any other school represented by a sitting ACCSC
Commissioner and that all information submitted with this nomination is true and accurate to the
best of my knowledge & belief.
Date
Please return this form along with a statement of interest indicating why the nominee wishes to
serve on the Nominating Committee and a current resume no later than August 31. 2012 to the
attention of:
Michale S. McComis, Ed.D., Executive Director
ACCSC
21010 Wilson Blvd. #302
Arlington, VA 22201
mccomis@accsc.org
Schools of:
• Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Heating
• Auto Body & Paint Technician
• Automotive Technology
• Medical Assistant /Administrative
• Pharmacy Technician
• Electrician
• Plumbing & Heating
September 14, 2012
Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
21010 Wilson Blvd., #302
Arlington, VA 22201
Attn: Michale McComis, Executive Director
Subject: Letter of Interest
Dear Mr. McComis:
Please accept this letter as my formal request to be considered as a candidate for the
ACCSC Nominating Committee.
Having served as a Team Leader for many years and also sitting on the 2007 and 2010
Nominating Committee, I understand the importance of being actively involved in the
inner workings of the Commission's duties.
I have given 22 years of service to our country in the U. S. Army and now with 20 years
of involvement in for-profit education, I know I would thoroughly enjoy the opportunity
to once again give of myself to the Commission and our members.
I have enclosed a copy of my resume and stand ready to meet with you as needed, to be
considered for this opportunity. Please feel free to reach out to me at
fparcells@penncotech.edu or by phone.
Respectfully yours
3815 Otter Street, Bristol, PA 19007
Tel.: (215) 785-0111 - Fax: (215) 785-1945
www.penncotech.edu
Alfred W. Parcells, Jr.
Pennco Tech
3815 Otter Street
Bristol, PA 19007
c 732-266-1317
w215.785.0111 f215.785.1945
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Utilizing over twenty years of for-profit education experience, I want to aid our
Commission and our industry in its growth and strengthen our member schools to
ensure we continue to prosper.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
2003 to Present, Pennco Tech, Bristol, PA
1999 to 2003, The Art Institute of New York City, N.Y., N.Y.
1998 to 1999, Katharine Gibbs School, Piscataway, NJ
1992 to 1998, Lincoln Technical Institute, W. Orange, NJ
1970 to 1992, U.S. Army
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
1983 Troy State University, Troy, Al
B.Sc., Business Admin., Summa Cum Laude
1977 U.S. Army, Officer Candidate School, Distinguished Military Graduate
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2003-Present
2008-Present
1999-2003
1998-1999
1997-1998
1992-1997
School Director Pennco Tech
Director of Education Pennco Tech
Director of Admission
School President
Corporate Staff
School Director
EDUCATIONAL EVALUATION EXPERIENCE
Site visits of campuses within the Lincoln system to ensure corporate/educational
goals were being met.
Assessment of educational programs at high school level for assistance and
support, and review for articulation approval by Pennco Tech.
fparcells@penncotech.edu
Written five educational programs both related and unrelated to the current school
offerings. Presented to the State Board of Education in Pennsylvania and to
ACCSC for approval; all programs were granted approval.
ACCSC Team Leader; On-Site Evaluations of accredited schools.
COMMUNITY SERVICE/LEADERSHIP/MEMBERSHIP
Twenty two years of service in the U. S. Army in infantry and recruiting positions
Active member in the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
TEAM LEADER for site visits to member schools
Elected Member of the 2007 Nominating Committee
Elected Member of the 2010 Nominating Committee
Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed Schools
Appointed January 1, 2011 as a four year Board member
Active member in the Pennsylvania Association of Private School Administrators
Served on the Nominating Committee for PAPSA
School District of Philadelphia
Advisor for the Automotive Programs and Student Skills
Auto Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia
Assist with their Automotive Technology Competition
Active member in the Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce
Member International Code Council
Approved National Center for Competency Testing Proctor
fparcells@penncotech.edu